Northeastern University Coursework
General Chemistry Coursework
In recent years, a significant shift has occurred within Northeastern University, where a majority of colleges have adopted an integrated general chemistry course that encompasses learning objectives from both General Chemistry 1 and 2.
As a result, prospective applicants are poised to attain a total of five general chemistry credits, progressing to complete Organic Chemistry 1 and 2, alongside Biochemistry, all complemented with respective laboratory components, before graduation.
While acknowledging that this accumulation of credits (totaling 20 credit hours) meets the prerequisites for many programs, we have collaborated closely with our Department of Chemistry and Chemical Biology. Together, we have generated detailed letters outlining the curriculum covered in the integrated general chemistry course.
These letters, in addition to the course descriptions and syllabi, serve as supplementary documentation, to be considered as applicable, in relation to the candidate’s coursework as shown on their official Northeastern University transcript.
We are enthusiastic about the cohort of applicants eager to apply to your program. We are confident that our curriculum underscores the academic proficiencies sought in exemplary candidates.
Sincerely,
The Northeastern University PreMed and PreHealth Advising Program
CHEM 1161. General Chemistry for Science Majors. (4 Hours)
Introduces the principles of chemistry, focusing on the particulate nature of matter and its interactions and reactions that form the basis for the underlying molecular dynamics of living systems. Presents basic concepts of chemical bonding and intermolecular interactions for molecules and molecules’ behavior in aqueous solutions with examples from biologically relevant molecules. Introduces kinetics and chemical thermodynamics with examples from biological systems. Offers students an opportunity to obtain a framework for understanding the chemical basis for different methods for separating and purifying biological compounds.
CHEM 1162. Lab for CHEM 1161. (1 Hour)
Introduces basic laboratory techniques. Covers a range of topics including qualitative and quantitative analysis and the characteristics of chemical and physical processes.
CHEM 1151. General Chemistry for Engineers. (4 Hours)
Corresponds to one semester of study in important areas of modern chemistry, such as details of the gaseous, liquid, and solid states of matter; intra- and intermolecular forces; and phase diagrams. Presents the energetics and spontaneity of chemical reactions in the context of chemical thermodynamics, while their extent and speed is discussed through topics in chemical equilibria and kinetics. Aspects of electrochemical energy storage and work are considered in relation to batteries, fuel, and electrolytic cells.
CHEM 1153. Recitation for CHEM 1151. (0 Hours)
Offers a weekly sixty-five-minute drill/discussion session conducted by chemistry faculty or graduate teaching assistants. Discusses the homework assignments of CHEM 1151 in detail with emphasis on student participation.
Medical Terminology Coursework
With consideration to course requirements for medical terminology, we would like to share information regarding Northeastern University’s Basic Clinical Skills course, with encompasses content traditionally found in medical terminology courses.
This course provides students with a comprehensive understanding of medical terminology and related skills crucial for healthcare professionals. Upon completion of the course, students are equipped with the necessary knowledge to navigate medical terminology effectively in clinical settings while also being prepared to perform clinical tasks associated with clinical employment.
Recognizing that this integrated curriculum matches the academic requirements for many programs, we have collaborated closely with the Department of Health Sciences, which oversees this course. Together, we have developed a detailed letter outlining the content covered in the Basic Clinical Skills course.
This letter, in addition to the course description and syllabus, serve as supplementary documentation, to be considered as applicable, in relation to the candidate’s coursework as shown on their official Northeastern University transcript.
We are enthusiastic about the cohort of applicants eager to apply to your program. We are confident that our curriculum underscores the academic proficiencies sought in exemplary candidates.
Sincerely,
The Northeastern University PreMed and PreHealth Advising Program
HLTH 1203. Basic Clinical Skills for the Healthcare Professional. (3 Hours)
Introduces undergraduate students to the basic knowledge and skills necessary to be successful in entry-level healthcare positions. Provides students with hands-on opportunities to learn skills in Basic Life Support, safe patient handling, determining vital signs, oxygen transport and safety, EKG prep and placement, and related clinical skills.
Statistics Coursework
With consideration to course requirements for statistics we would like to share information regarding Northeastern University’s suite of statistics course offerings, which encompasses content traditionally found in a traditional math-based statistics course.
At Northeastern, each college and/or academic program has developed its own specific statistics courses tailored to their curriculum needs. These include:
- Bioengineering Measurement, Experimentation, and Statistics
- Biostatistics
- Statistics in Psychological Research
- Foundations of Biostatistics
- ETC.
While these courses are offered by departments other than the Department of Mathematics, they maintain a strong foundation in statistical principles and methodologies relevant to various fields of study.
Please find detailed course descriptions below. If you require any additional information or have further questions, do not hesitate to contact us.
We are enthusiastic about the cohort of applicants eager to apply to your program. We are confident that our curriculum underscores the academic proficiencies sought in exemplary candidates.
Sincerely,
The Northeastern University PreMed and PreHealth Advising Program
BIOE 2365. Bioengineering Measurement, Experimentation, and Statistics. (4 Hours)
Introduces the fundamentals of biomedical data acquisition and statistical analysis. Engineering statistics topics include descriptive statistics, probability distributions, hypothesis testing, analysis of variance, and experiment design. Applies these statistical topics by analyzing data obtained from laboratory exercises in BIOE 2366. Laboratory exercise topics include cell culture, mechanical testing, modeling medical imaging data, 3D printing, and bioprinting. Emphasizes using MATLAB software to analyze data on the computer.
BIOE 2366. Lab for BIOE 2365. (1 Hour)
Offers associated laboratory exercises for BIOE 2365. Requires lab reports from all students.
ENVR 2500. Biostatistics. (4 Hours)
Provides an overview of advanced statistical concepts and approaches for studying biological systems. Explains the mathematical underpinnings of the statistical methods and demonstrates how to implement them in the R programming language to analyze real data. Topics include Bayesian statistics, general and generalized linear models, mixed-effects models, multivariate statistics, and ensemble modeling. Emphasizes the philosophical differences between Bayesian and frequentist approaches and their implications for interpreting statistical results.
ENVR 2501. Lab for ENVR 2500. (1 Hour)
Accompanies ENVR 2500. Offers supervised lab sessions demonstrating how topics covered in the lectures can be addressed in the R programming environment.
PHTH 2210. Foundations of Biostatistics. (4 Hours)
Introduces the fundamental concepts of biostatistics. Offers students an opportunity to learn to apply statistical thinking to practical problems across several health disciplines. Draws examples and readings from clinical and public health literature. Introduces R programming language.
PSYC 2320. Statistics in Psychological Research. (4 Hours)
Offers an overview of descriptive and inferential statistics with a focus on psychological applications. Covers standard material in undergraduate statistics including distributions, central tendency, variability, z-scores, the normal distributions, correlation, regression, probability, hypothesis testing (using the z, t, F, and chi-square statistics), and confidence intervals.